To: PUBLIC WORKS AND SUSTAINABILITY COMMISSION
From: DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS
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DISCUSSION OF TRAFFIC CALMING MEASURES AT FLAGLER/CLARK INTERSECTION
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EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
The City received a request for an all-way stop (AWS) from a local homebuilder at the Flagler Lane and Clark Lane intersection to address speeding concerns along Flagler, which is currently stop-controlled for the one-way eastbound Clark approach. The request was not initiated by a current resident. City staff is exploring other engineering countermeasures besides stop signs when conditions allow, especially since AWS are not appropriate for speed control per the CAMUTCD. Staff discussed the Flagler/Clark intersection with the District 4 Councilmember, who provided direction to explore median treatments at this intersection to address excessive speeds. Staff is seeking input from the PWSC and the public. Noticing was provided to the residents living within 150 feet of Flagler/Clark.
BACKGROUND
In February 2025, staff and the District 4 Councilmember received a request from a local homebuilder who is redeveloping a residential lot at the corner of Flagler/Clark. The homebuilder is concerned that future residents would have difficulty backing out of driveways onto Flagler due to traffic speeds on Flagler. Staff would like to note that Flagler is the same width as other residential streets in the area, but does not contain street parking on either side. While this improves driveway exiting visibility compared to most streets in the area, the lack of parked cars encourages higher driving speeds due to wider lanes. The homebuilder requested stop signs on Flagler to address speeding. According to CAMUTCD Section 2B.04.05, yield or stop signs should not be solely used for speed control. Therefore, staff proposed that data should be collected and alternative traffic calming measures should be explored before considering an all-way stop per the City's AWS Policy. ...
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